1972 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1968 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Trabant P 601. (26 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda RX-4 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1968 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mazda RX-4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mazda RX-4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Trabant P 601. (54 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda RX-4 | 1968 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Mazda | Trabant |
Model | RX-4 | P 601 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |